Intelligent Oral Care System with Personalized Calcium-Fluoride Delivery
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation oral care system that leverages advanced technologies to optimize calcium-fluoride delivery for personalized oral care benefits, surpassing the limitations of traditional methods.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a method of providing oral care benefits using a poorly-soluble calcium compound and fluoride. However, this approach has limitations, such as fixed timing and concentration of calcium compound and fluoride introduction, which may not be effective for all individuals. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a system that can adapt to individual oral cavity responses and optimize calcium-fluoride delivery for enhanced oral care benefits.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises a poorly-soluble calcium compound delivery module, a fluoride infusion module, and a data analytics module. The delivery module releases the calcium compound in a controlled manner, while the infusion module introduces fluoride into the oral cavity at a predetermined time interval after the calcium compound release. The data analytics module analyzes user data and oral cavity response to optimize the timing and concentration of calcium compound and fluoride introduction. Additionally, the system may include sensors to monitor oral cavity conditions, microcontrollers to control the release of calcium compound and fluoride, and nanoparticle technology to target specific oral cavity sites for enhanced calcium-bound fluoride deposition.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in oral care by integrating advanced technologies, such as data analytics, sensors, and microcontrollers, to create a personalized and adaptive oral care system. The inventive step lies in the combination of these technologies to optimize calcium-fluoride delivery, which is not obvious from the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include variations in the type of sensors used, the algorithm employed by the data analytics module, or the material composition of the calcium compound and fluoride reservoirs. Additionally, the system could be integrated with other oral care devices, such as toothbrushes or mouthwash dispensers, to create a comprehensive oral care platform.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the oral care industry, particularly in the development of premium, high-tech oral care products. The target market includes consumers seeking advanced oral care solutions, dental professionals, and oral care companies looking to differentiate their products and services.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K8/21 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/0204 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/0216 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/19 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/24 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/44 |
| A | A61 | A61Q11/00 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Oral care technologies, specifically dental treatment methods involving calcium compounds and fluoride delivery systems, with expertise in pharmaceutical formulation, dental chemistry, and medical device design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degree in dental sciences, chemical engineering, or pharmaceutical sciences, possessing knowledge of oral chemistry, materials science, and medical device development, with understanding of controlled substance delivery mechanisms
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating sensor technologies, data analytics, and microcontroller-based delivery systems into the existing oral care method represents a predictable technological evolution. The core method of calcium compound and fluoride interaction remains consistent with the source patent, while the proposed variations merely apply standard engineering techniques to enhance precision and personalization. The fundamental chemical interaction and therapeutic goal remain unchanged, making the technological extensions obvious to one skilled in the art.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,653 |
|---|---|
| Title | Method of providing an oral care benefit using a poorly-soluble calcium compound and fluoride |
| Assignee(s) | Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. |